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Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard

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A stone building with a doorway, surrounded by greenery and hanging baskets.
An outdoor patio with a wooden table and chairs, a white umbrella, and various potted plants.
A room with a large window overlooking a garden.
A garden with a stone bench, a wooden table, and various plants.
A wooden dining table set for four with plates, glasses, and a candle.

Reviews

8.2 out of 10
Very good

Entire apartment

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 8112 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Ventnor, ENG
  • Place, Monks Bay Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, Oceanblue Sea Charters
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, Ventnor Beach
    ‪18 min walk‬
  • Airport, Southampton (SOU)
    ‪105 min drive‬

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About the area

Ventnor

At this apartment you'll be within just a 15-minute stroll of Monks Bay Beach and English Channel. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and apartment features a washing machine, free WiFi and a patio. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A hairdryer and an iron/ironing board are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Monks Bay Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Old St Boniface Church - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Oceanblue Sea Charters - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ventnor Beach - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ventnor Park - 4 min drive - 2.0 km

Getting around

  • Shanklin Station - 16 min drive
  • Southampton (SOU) - 117 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crab Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Spyglass Inn - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Fishermans Cottage - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Blenheim - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Seapot - ‬10 min walk

About this property

Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard

Our apartment is very large, with six beds, but it also has a sofa bedding in the living room so you can sleep eight very comfortably. A single dedicated parking space directly next to the private courtyard and entrance. Plenty of additional parking nearby on our quiet road. Pets welcome.

The house has had notable owners and visitors over the past 170 years. Queen Victoria is rumoured to have stayed there, and in 1879 Cornelius Nicholson, a “self-made man”, owned the property. Cornelius was the managing director of the East Indian Railway and was friends with Charles Dickens, Wordsworth and Count Strogonoff. His daughter wrote a book called “A life well-spent” beautifully written the book which recites attention-grabbing anecdotes of Cornelius’s life. We are offering the ground floor of this period home.

2016 - Renovated the living room
2017 - Renovated the en suite room
2018 - Renovated the family bathroom
2023 - Renovated the kitchen and hallways

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Handrails in stairways (70 centimetre high)
  • No lift
  • Single level property
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a village
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Composting
  • Local artist showcase
  • Locally sourced food prioritised
  • Locally-owned and organised tours and activities
  • Recycling
  • Some LED lighting used
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet
  • Vegetarian dining options

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

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Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard?

Yep, Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard is a short 18-minute walk from Ventnor Beach. Fun beach activities include snorkelling, windsurfing and sailing.

Does Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard have a pool?

No, this apartment doesn't have a pool.

Is Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard?

No, Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Spacious Period Home With Private Walled Courtyard Reviews

Reviews

8.2

Very good

Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

8.6/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, parking for 1 car, lovely old house. Helpful host.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Comfortable and spacious
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Clean, comfortable and good location
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Couldn’t ask for a nicer place to stay. Everything needed was available. Lovely area. My family really enjoyed the stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marvellous architecture

It was a beautiful house well located after
Stayed 11 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing holiday home

Lovely, spacious, well-equipped holiday home. Quiet neighbourhood but only a short walk to Ventnor.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great and super convenient for everything on the island.

Great apartment with loads of room. Well situated for all of the amenities and island activities. Clean and tidy and really helpful owners. Would recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Holiday meets history

A Beautiful historical homely apartment in a charming area. We enjoyed walks to the shore; explored steep stairways and paths. Short car journey to many of the island's attractions. Hosts very friendly and generous with facilities provided.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Spacious apartment

Had a very enjoyable week in this dog friendly, comfortable property. Short walk to Ventnor and the local beach which was great for our dog, no restrictions. There were just a couple of minor maintenance issues but nothing to spoil our stay. A bigger frying pan would be useful! Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review

8/10 Good

Really great location

The property was extremly spacious and had everything we needed. The location was perfect, only 15 min walk to the beavh and town. Ventnor was definitly the best location on the island. Fantastic beavh and steep hill cove was definitly worth the walk. The only reason not getting 5 stars is because the apartment was a tiny bit damp - due to it being at the bottom of a big house. The bathroom not having a vent made it worse. Tje bathroom also neds some TLC. Neither of things would be enough to stop us visiting again. Overall fab.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Maderia road

Very spacious and comfortable. Some windows did not close and dripping tap in bathroom, plenty of towels kitchen well equipped. Needs info for occupants so they know what to do with rubbish and where to find trip switches if needed Dishwasher stopped working due to electric fault owner did come in and help to sort. Overall okay but some more cosmetic work required
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Large period home

This property was very large with lovely period features such as large windows with shutters and high ceilings. It does not feel like a typical basement flat! The property has been updated recently and there was no smell of damp throughout the week. As it is August we had no need to use any of the electric heaters or heating system in the house. The outdoor space was ample in size, we had no need to use the table due to persistent rain this week! The children enjoyed the range of toys and games although we spent each day out and about exploring the island. The parking wasn’t the easiest for a large vehicle but with practice my husband mastered the technique of reversing down a steep and narrow driveway. We made good use of the washing machine and dryer which was a great asset to this property as was the large fridge freezer which was much bigger than a typical holiday rental. The bathrooms were well fitted but required the doors left open all day/night to fully clear steam. The en-suite bathroom was really only used during the night by my son as that area is under the stairs and very dark. Overall we enjoyed our holiday and would recommend the property to future guests.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Quiet and cozy with a small private space outside. Easy walking distance to town and the nearest beach. Well appointed kitchen and plenty of space inside including a spacious living room.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Not quite what we expected

Beautiful period property however in need of updating as a lot of fitted furniture is falling apart and the en-suite not fit for purpose and an unhealthy environment due to the high degree of mould emulating from the en-suite into the main bedroom anyone suffering from respiratory conditions could potentially get really sick. A fair walk to the beachfront which is quite pleasent but not suited for people with walking ailments due to the steep inclines and number of stairs. The courtyard is quite small and not very well maintained. As a note the owners went to long lengths to list all items and a price for each to replace but did not mention all the door handles falling off, windows that could not close, Kitchen cupboard doors and drawers that may at any moment fall apart not due to the renters fault.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy

Damp, smells and ruined our holiday

Where do I start? The overall smell of the house is a constant damp smell. Upon opening the kitchen cupboards all plates, glasses and mugs smelt damp and had to be washed before using them. The frying pan had mould growing on it, needless to say we didn’t use it. In fact we ended up buying our own baking trays as the ones provided were disgusting. Yes the property is old and we knew that when we booked. It’s attractive from the outside and large rooms inside. The double bedroom was so damp and stank clothes almost felt wet in the morning. The wardrobes in every room were unusable due to the smell so we had clothes hanging round the rooms and in the hall. The upstairs room had no main light either, just lamps that weren’t plugged in. The en-suite toilet didn’t work when we were there so we were all using the main bathroom. The lounge was big but the carpet and rug smelt foul from the rising damp. After one night there we tried looking for alternative accommodation as we were so unhappy however, it was going to cost too much to move so we had to grin and bear it. For me, it ruined my holiday and there is no way I’d stay there again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Could have been so much better....

Basement apartment with one upstairs bedroom and two on basement level. The sitting room was large and comfortable. The double bedroom was adequate. The ensuite was unused except to go to the bathroom during the night. This was dark, damp and smelly. We used the main bathroom which was spacious. Again though there appears to be a damp issue as the air extractor is set to be constantly on. The positive is the underfloor heating. The kitchen was adequate. The communication was poor with the property manager. There was an issue with the vrbo site deleting urls. I messaged the manager about this with no satisfactory response. It was only when the owner called me on the day we were due to arrive that our question was answered. The courtyard area is nice and private but poorly maintained.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely well fitted masonette in Bonchurch village

Lovely period property. Very spacious. Would happily stay there again and fully recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

The house was a generous size and well presented

Very happy with the house, a lovely location and a short walk to ventnor beach. The house has its with own secure courtyard and inside is well decorated and furnished. The washer , dryer and dishwasher were a pleasant surprise. All rooms spacious, plenty of sheets, towels etc. Toys in kids room nice touch, tv in living room has bt box . Whole family enjoyed our stay, just a couple of small gripes, you can hear people and dogs walking about , and voices from apartment above the house and the welcome book has a very comprehensive breakage price itinerary (almost military like) which put is on edge! Its starts off we want to make your stay enjoyable.... but felt a little lack of personal type welcome and although it reccomends some take aways etc, comparing to previous welcome books we have encountered this one was lacking details, and alot more.formal and direct. Dont let this put you off a stay though.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Mixed Bag

On the plus side, this property is spacious and well-furnished with facilities that are a bit above average for this kind of holiday let. It was clean and tidy. It's in a good location and is a great base for exploring the island. However, there were two drawbacks which spoilt my holiday: first and foremost, the damp, which was only noticeable in the main bedroom, but made it an uncomfortable place to sleep; and secondly the lack of any real outside area to relax in. The 'suntrap' in the photo is really just a tiny space outside the front door and is not an attractive place to spend any time. As other reviewers have said, the house has an enormous garden, but this is reserved solely for the owners - even the bit that the holiday apartment overlooks.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

It's not what it seems - it's a little gem.

I gave 3 stars for the accuracy of the online description of the property as the description and the photos doesn't do it justice. The property is a beautiful old stone house and the flat is much larger than the impression you get from the photos. The property has lots of lovely features the kitchen feels like a large farmhouse kitchen very suitable for eating in with friends. It is mainly on the ground floor so as others have said a little dark but we expected that. One slight criticism as lovely as the little courtyard is it would be worth for the owners to consider giving the rental the little bit of lawn in front of kitchen/living room which would add to the experience. I also gave 4 star for the check in. We were sent some great directions and on the whole it was easy to find and get into the flat however a meet and greet tour explaining how things worked would have been useful and given us the opportunity to ask about the surrounding area, where to walk the dogs etc. Be aware that the surrounding area is very hilly which might not suit some. But overall we were grateful for the extra exercise. We were pleasantly surprised when we arrived, we had a wonderful week in the property and we would recommend staying here.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and location

Spent a great week here and the property provided us everything we hoped for and wanted. Very quiet/private and easy walking distance to Bonchurch and Ventnor centers. Property itself is well equipped loved the balance between original features and more modern.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Apartment in Ventnor

We had a very pleasant stay. The location was a ten minute walk to Ventnor. Easy walk to Bonchurch beach, which was a lovely beach for our dog to walk on. The apartment was very clean and spacious, big enough for our family of six and dog.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Summer hols 2020

Great location for reaching Ventnor, Shanklin and Sandown
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Place to Stay in Bonchurch

Lovely, welcoming old house ideal for a family holiday. Thank you very much.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Schlossatmosphäre

Wir haben uns dort wohl gefühlt. Es ist recht groß, besonders die Küche bot sich als Gemeinschaftsraum an. Die jugendlichen Kinder fühlten sich mit free WLAN im Wohnzimmer wohler. Schade war, dass man nicht ein kleines Eckchen des riesengroßen Gartens nutzen dürfte. Das fand besonders unser Hund traurig, der auch vor der Tür für ein Fleckchen Grün ordentlich wandern musste. Die Menschen in Ventnor sind unglaublich aufmerksam und freundlich. Die Straßen eng und mit Linksverkehr gewöhnungsbedürftig. Alles in allem ein spezieller Urlaub, der in Erinnerung bleibt. Wir waren sicher nicht das letzte Mal in Ventnor.